Man dies after getting shot outside rap concert in Wash. state

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YAKIMA, Wash. – Yakima police said a 22-year-old man died after getting shot Saturday night outside The Seasons in downtown Yakima. Another man was also found shot down the street.

It was a scene a woman identified as "Anne" said got out of control. Anne said she heard yelling and fighting outside of her house.

"The gun went off and I go, 'Oh my God,' said Anne. “Everyone's running all different which ways."

Yakima police were headed to the 500 block of Sgt. Pendleton Way to respond to a big fight. That's when officers found a 22-year-old man lying in the street. He had at least one gunshot to his chest. A 19-year-old man was also found shot down the street.

"God, I was just shocked,” said Anne. “God, and I knew they were young kids."

CPR was started on the man with the chest wound. Both victims were taken to the hospital where the 22-year-old died from his wounds.

The Seasons Performance Hall was holding a music event during the time of the incident.

Nathan Montgomery attends church at The Seasons weekly. He said he's not afraid of the area.

"We have no problem being down here," said Nathan. "And, can something happen? Maybe, but more than likely not."

YPD said shell casings were found at the scene, which indicates a large caliber pistol was used.

"Any time that we have people, there's always potential for problems, so am I surprised? No," said Nathan.

Police believe the incident may have been gang-related.

YPD said one suspect is in custody.

The victim's identity has not been released yet because police are still trying to contact his family. An autopsy is scheduled for Monday morning.